The Ruger Lc9s is one of the smallest and most compact firearms on the market.

Not only that, but it’s reliable. Which makes it an extremely popular option for concealed carrying.

The Ruger LC9s is slightly different from the LC9. It is a striker fired weapon, thus meaning that there is no hammer that could get caught up or even snag your clothing and the trigger pull is shorter.

But having a firearm and planning to carry it with you, will require you to invest in a holster. So read on for the full reviews!

StealthGearUSA SG-REVOLUTION IWB Mini Holster

If you’re looking to conceal inside your waistband and prefer a sturdy holster with double clips, this is the one for you.

The holster features laser cut ventilation ports, thus meaning that there will be no buildup of sweat underneath. It makes the leather breathable against your skin.

There’s a pebble type texture of Kydex that encases your gun. This is a unique design as it’s normally smooth. The holster reduces the drag by 50% because only 50% of the gun is being held by the Kydex material. This is one of the many reasons it’s one of our favorites.

Furthermore, the holster has been designed for right-handed use and it really molds to the shape of your hip, meaning that there will be no added bulkiness to cause discomfort when walking and carrying the weapon.

Because it has so much surface area, it makes carrying the gun a lot more comfortable, even when sitting. As long as you position it in the right place on your body.

The pattern on the Kydex leaves a bit to be desired. I’d prefer there to be an option for all matte black or maybe tan. So if you can get over the design, you’ll be ok.

Concealment Express IWB KYDEX Holster

So maybe you don’t want double clips and just want a basic IWB holster with a single clip.

The Concealment Express IWB Kydex holster has specifically been designed to be mounted inside the waistband.

Because it’s made from Kydex, it will keep its shape after you draw the gun. Oftentimes other materials like Nylon won’t keep its shape which means reholstering the gun is a pain in the rear.

The audible retention lock system works with a click and once you hear the click, you will know that the firearm has been secured. Furthermore, the integrated sweat shield will help evacuate moisture faster to keep you dry and odorless.

It comes in a few color options and the cant can be adjusted up to 15 degrees.

Cloak Tuck 3.0 – Alien Gear Holsters

**Our #1 Pick!Materials: Neoprene and KydexSpecial features: molds to the body, no break in period required, advanced retention and comfort

The Cloak Tuck 3.0 Alien Gear holster has been designed with flexibility in mind and the holster does really mold to the shape of your body to ensure that you have a more comfortable fit. The holster is also really lightweight and provides good ventilation.

The added “Alien Skin” features adds a little more drag to the gun, thus meaning that it will be much harder pull out and improve the overall retention of the firearm.

Normally, the back is made with leather. But due to the back of the holster being made with neoprene, it keeps you cool instead of insulating like leather. There is also no break in period required, meaning that you could use it immediately.

Basically, the way it will be out of the package is pretty similar to how it will be 3 months from now.

Our favorite part about this holster is the warranty. They give you a 30 day trial period. Don’t like it? Return it. We’re all picky about holsters and this one guarantees you’ll love it.

They also have a lifetime warranty so no need to worry about it breaking down and needing to buy a new one. It will be replaced if it has issues.

We highly recommend this holster for providing the user with faster access and also more comfort. Since it is extremely lightweight, the holster should almost not be felt with the Ruger LC9s inside.

Chengyuan Ankle Holster

Materials: NylonSpecial features: soft knit breathable elastic materials, flexible design, made for right and left handed use, large strapping capabilities

Another great way to conceal your LC9s is on your ankle. It’s a small gun and can be easily concealed under a pant leg.

Ankle holsters are great for carrying a secondary pistol and great for times when you’ll be sitting down a lot. The downside to ankle holsters is the draw speed. Instead of simply reaching for your waist, you’re going down to your feet to grab your gun.

The Chengyuan Ankle holster has been designed for comfort and it features added padding on the inside of the holster to help resist any possible abrasions that might occur. The holster is made from nylon, thus meaning is it also really flexible and lightweight.

Another benefit you will have with this holster is the fact that it can be worn on both ankles and will give you fast access with a Velcro thumb lock strap for the retention.

Note: Because there’s a velcro strap, we found that it will take two hands to draw the pistol. you’ll need one hand to remove the strap, and the other to remove the pistol. If you do it with one hand, you’ll run the risk of the pistol strap falling over the pistol and velcroing back.

We highly recommend this holster for people who tend to be seated a lot or want to wear a second pistol on their person.

SOB Concealment Holster for Ruger LC9, LC9s & LC380

Another way to conceal your weapon is in the small of your back. This holster gives you the option to put your pistol behind you instead of on your hip or around your ankle.

The Sob Concealment holster from Federal is one of the more versatile holsters on the list and it has been designed for fast access with very little retention.

The holster can be used by both left and right handed people, thus making it great for ambidextrous people to carry. The clip that attaches to your belt is movable between sides of the holster. This makes it easy to switch between hands.

The flat nylon design does not bulge in any way shape or form, thus making it better to carry in the inside of your waistband, without anyone even knowing that it is there.

The closed bottom will also improve the fit to ensure that your holster is just as compact as your weapon.
We recommend this for ambidextrous people, but women will also be able to wear this holster without having that obvious gun bulge.

The holster does lack a little in ventilation, though. And because it is nylon, it will collapse when the gun is drawn. To holster your gun, you’ll need to remove it from your pants, put the gun in and put the holster back in place.

But if that isn’t much of an annoyance to you, then this sob holster will be perfect to house your Ruger LC9s.

Desantis Nemesis Pocket Holster

The Desantis Nemesis Holster is one of the smaller more compact holsters on our list. It might not look like much in the picture, but it’s a holster that’s determined to stay put.

The holster has been specifically designed to easily fit into the front pocket of users and will provide very little friction, thus giving you a faster draw speed.

It shouldn’t imprint much because Desantis lined the holster with foam. This means at most you’ll see an outline looking like a wallet instead of a gun.

The holster will be great for women to carry along in their handbags and will ensure that your gun stays concealed without having that added bulge in your pocket. It is a great alternative for people not comfortable with hip or IWB holsters.

Now that we’ve looked into some concealed carry holsters for your LC9s, there are a few important things to think about before deciding on the one for you.

Key features to look for in the LC9s holster

If this is your first holster, it can sometimes be very tempting to settle for the cheapest option. Especially if you don’t know what you want yet. But the cheapest option might not be the best option. You’ll need something that will meet your needs and also be comfortable to wear. So, let’s check out the important features:

Materials: As with most holsters, you will need to choose between the three most common materials that are used in creating holsters. These are Kydex, nylon, and leather. Each of these three materials will bring its very own specialty to the table to ensure that you have the best holster for your LC9. Kydex creates a rigid slot for your pistol. Leather is the classic yet durable material. Nylon is usually the cheapest and sometimes most comfortable depending on the design. Durability may not be as high, though.

Abrasion resistant: Added padding is usually found on the iwb holsters to help resist abrasions and this is really important if you plan on wearing the holster close to your bare skin. The types of padding might vary, but it is important to at least have some padding to resist any chafing.

Retention: We widely promote holsters with good retention and this is actually very important. Not only does it hinder your attacker from taking the weapon, but the weapon will not fall out when accidents happen or if you find yourself in precarious positions. Retention can come in many forms and not just with a thumb lock.

Weight: Since guns are already quite a little bit of extra weight that you will be needing to carry along, it can be important to find a lightweight holster that will reduce the weight of carrying something along.

The Verdict

We would like to thank you for reading this article and we hope that you now have a better understanding of holsters for the Ruger LC9s firearm.

We highly recommend the Cloak Tuck 3.0 – Alien Gear Holster for the lifetime warranty and overall comfort it provides. This holster will be great for men and women. Find it here on Amazon.

We would also like to know what you think of our list and we would like to encourage you to let us know if you think we might have missed any of your favorites.

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